Heart Disease Basics
The leading cause of death in the United States is:
A. Cancer
B. Heart disease
C. Stroke
D. Diabetes
B. Heart disease
“High blood pressure” is also known as:
A. Hyperactivity
B. Hypertension
C. Hypoglycemia
D. Hypotension
B. Hypertension
The American Heart Association recommends no more than what percent of calories from fat?
A. 10%
B. 20%
C. 30%
D. 40%
C. 30%
Running, swimming, and biking are examples of:
A. Aerobic exercise
B. Strength training
C. Yoga
D. Flexibility work
A. Aerobic exercise
Heart attacks occur most often on which day?
A. Friday
B. Monday
C. Saturday
D. Sunday
B. Monday
About how many Americans die from heart disease each year?
A. 500,000
B. 800,000
C. 1 million
D. 1.5 million
B. 800,000
Which of these emotional factors increases heart risk?
A. Stress
B. Joy
C. Calm
D. Humor
A. Stress
Which type of fat raises heart disease risk?
A. Trans fat
B. Polyunsaturated fat
C. Monounsaturated fat
D. Omega-3 fat
A. Trans fat
Lifting weights improves:
A. Flexibility
B. Balance
C. Muscular strength
D. Coordination
C. Muscular strength
Checking your cholesterol regularly helps prevent:
A. Obesity
B. Diabetes
C. Heart disease
D. Allergies
C. Heart disease
How many people have a heart attack each year in the U.S.?
A. 605,000
B. 705,000
C. 805,000
D. 905,000
C. 805,000
This chronic disease involving insulin affects the heart:
A. Asthma
B. Diabetes
C. Arthritis
D. Cancer
B. Diabetes
The MyPlate icon includes all of the following except:
A. Fruits
B. Grains
C. Vegetables
D. Candy
D. Candy
Which of the following is a fun, heart-healthy activity?
A. Video games
B. Dancing
C. Watching TV
D. Napping
B. Dancing
Men and women can have different symptoms during a:
A. Stroke
B. Panic attack
C. Heart attack
D. Migraine
C. Heart attack
The most common type of heart disease is:
A. Heart failure
B. Coronary Artery Disease
C. Arrhythmia
D. Cardiomyopathy
B. Coronary Artery Disease
This unhealthy habit involves nicotine and damages arteries:
A. Smoking
B. Drinking
C. Overeating
D. Sleeping too little
A. Smoking
The healthiest drink for your heart is:
A. Soda
B. Water
C. Sports drinks
D. Coffee
B. Water
Physical activity lowers which “bad” cholesterol?
A. HDL
B. LDL
C. Total
D. Triglycerides
B. LDL
Adolescents should get how many hours of sleep each night?
A. 5–7
B. 6–8
C. 8–10
D. 10–12
C. 8–10
When the heart cannot pump blood effectively, it’s called:
A. Heart attack
B. Stroke
C. Heart failure
D. Angina
C. Heart failure
Poor hygiene in this area can increase heart risk:
A. Hands
B. Feet
C. Teeth
D. Hair
C. Teeth
Limiting this mineral helps lower blood pressure:
A. Calcium
B. Sodium
C. Iron
D. Zinc
B. Sodium
Adolescents should get at least how many minutes of activity per day?
A. 30
B. 45
C. 60
D. 90
C. 60
Turning off which devices before bed can improve sleep?
A. Phones and screens
B. Fans
C. Lights
D. Music
A. Phones and screens